Serif Normal Jomul 7 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Augustea' by Berthold, 'Ysobel' by Monotype, 'Orbi' and 'Selina' by ParaType, 'PF DIN Serif' by Parachute, and 'DIN Neue Roman' by Vibrant Types (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, headlines, packaging, branding, authoritative, classic, formal, bookish, readability, tradition, authority, editorial tone, print emphasis, bracketed, ball terminals, oldstyle figures, strong serifs, robust.
A robust serif with pronounced contrast between thick stems and finer hairlines, and strongly bracketed serifs that give strokes a sculpted, chiseled finish. The proportions feel traditional and fairly compact, with sturdy verticals and rounded bowls that stay open at display sizes. Lowercase forms show classic book-serif cues: a double-storey “a,” a two-storey “g,” and a “y” with a rounded, ball-like terminal, all contributing to a steady, readable rhythm. Numerals appear oldstyle in the sample, integrating smoothly with lowercase text and reinforcing a traditional text-setting personality.
Well suited to editorial design, book typography, and long-form reading where a traditional serif voice is desired. The weight and contrast also make it effective for headlines, pull quotes, and cover treatments, and it can lend a heritage tone to branding and packaging when paired with restrained layouts.
The overall tone is classic and editorial, projecting authority and seriousness without feeling overly delicate. Its heavier color and crisp contrast suggest a confident, traditional voice suited to established institutions and print-minded design.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional, trustworthy serif presence with enough weight and contrast to hold up in display settings while maintaining a familiar text rhythm. Details like bracketed serifs, classic lowercase construction, and oldstyle numerals suggest an emphasis on traditional typography and editorial usability.
At larger sizes the hairlines and interior joins read cleanly, while the strong serifs add a distinctive texture across lines. The mix of sturdy stems and refined terminals gives it a slightly engraved, heritage feel that remains practical for setting dense copy.